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I love this book
I read this book for a school project back in high school and have always loved Alcotts work. I recommend her three other books (that I read anyway) Little Women, Little Men, and Jo's Boys. I agree that Polly seems a bit too perfect and can vouch that the other three books mentioned don't have that problem so much. Hopefully I got my point across, because I left myself a bit confused here.
Posted By Virginia Green at Tue 24 May 2005, 6:07 PM in An Old-fashioned Girl || 1 Reply
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The book is enthralling and kept my eyes glued to every page. I didn't think it was interesting when I saw the title, and I never knew how I would soon like it! Through Polly's cool manner and Tom' many mischiefs, I give this book 5 stars! You'd never know what to expect. It may not be some thriller or adventure novel, but hey- it's still a book!
Posted By Charisse C at Tue 24 May 2005, 6:07 PM in An Old-fashioned Girl || 1 Reply
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I just love this book. I got it as a birthday present sometime when I was in the 7th grade, and I wasn't too enthusiastic about the title of the book until I sat down to read it. When I finished it, I simply loved the first part of the book, when Polly, Fanny and Tom were kids and up to nothing but mischief and fun. But as I grew older and still kept on reading it once an year, I began to appreciate the second half, the struggles that the young people have to go through and finding themselves in the end. It is my most favorite book of all times, and the one that has influenced me the most!
Posted By Unregistered at Tue 24 May 2005, 6:07 PM in An Old-fashioned Girl || 0 Replies
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when i read books i really aspire to the characters and novels influence me in a lot of ways. Upon reading an old fasioned girl, polly milton really influenced me. The fact she is so perfect makes me want to aspire to that and I would be happy to become like polly milton any day!
Posted By Unregistered at Tue 24 May 2005, 6:07 PM in An Old-fashioned Girl || 0 Replies
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this is a very interesting book. when i got it i thought it would be boring, but after i started it i couldnt put it down. it is one of her better books. i am a very extensive reader and this is definitely a classic. i would give it 5 stars.
Posted By Unregistered at Tue 24 May 2005, 6:07 PM in An Old-fashioned Girl || 0 Replies
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I Loved this Book! It was funny, yet touching. I really liked it when Tom got into Fanny's acsessories! I was in tears in some parts of the book!( It may sound weird, but I don't line in the mental hospital.) It is an old book , but it is still a classic.
Posted By Jello at Tue 24 May 2005, 6:07 PM in An Old-fashioned Girl || 0 Replies
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I love this book. I don't know how much I like the way Tom turns out, but it's a lovely story. I read it once a year, just when it begins to get cold. It's a very cozy book.
Posted By Melody at Tue 24 May 2005, 6:07 PM in An Old-fashioned Girl || 0 Replies
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I have just finished reading "An Old Fashioned Girl" and simply enjoyed the story of Polly, Tom, Fan, and Mr. Sydney (for I quite agree with Polly and can address him by no other name).
However, one thing did pique my curiousity at the beginning of the last chapter and wondered if anyone else noticed this too. Alcott speaks out as the author that she had another ending in mind for our characters, but she succombed to the complaints and quickly brought everyone together for a happy ending. Does anyone know the inside story of what Alcott really had in store for her herione?
I'd appreciate any helpful insight or sources to look to.
Thanks so much,
A curious, literary enthusiast
Posted By Lesley at Sat 21 Feb 2004, 1:00 AM in An Old-fashioned Girl || 3 Replies
yeeha!
i cant wait to read An Old Fashioned Girl..does anyone know if this is a good book or not? well i loved little women...which one is the best out of the series?
Posted By Unregistered at Thu 3 Jun 2004, 1:00 AM in An Old-fashioned Girl || 1 Reply
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It is one of the most interesting books I have ever read! It is so suspensful, and you never know how it's going to turn out.
Posted By Unregistered at Tue 24 May 2005, 6:07 PM in An Old-fashioned Girl || 0 Replies